Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 GIGA-BYTE Desktop Board Intel P45 Express

SKU GA-EP45C-DS3

Brand Gigabyte

Intel LGA 775 (Socket T)
ATX Realtek ALC889A 7.1 channels
2 Maximum internal memory: 8 GB

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Key specifications

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Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor socket: LGA 775 (Socket T)
Number of memory slots: 2
Maximum internal memory: 8 GB
RAID levels: 0, 1, 3, 5
USB 2.0 connectors: 4

Documents

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Product details

GIGABYTE GA-EP45C-DS3 (rev. 1.0). Processor manufacturer: Intel, Processor socket: LGA 775 (Socket T). Maximum internal memory: 8 GB. RAID levels: 0, 1, 3, 5. LAN controller: Realtek RTL8111C. Motherboard form factor: ATX, Audio output channels: 7.1 channels, Audio chip: Realtek ALC889A

Processor

Processor manufacturer	Intel
Processor socket	LGA 775 (Socket T)

Memory

Number of memory slots	2
Maximum internal memory	8 GB

Storage controllers

RAID levels

0, 1, 3, 5

Internal I/O

USB 2.0 connectors	4
Number of SATA connectors	6
Front panel audio connector	Yes
CD/AUX audio in	Yes
Power fan connector	Yes
CPU fan connector	Yes
Chassis intrusion connector	Yes
Number of IEEE1394 connectors	1

Rear panel I/O ports

USB 2.0 ports quantity	8
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	2
PS/2 ports quantity	2
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports	2
Microphone in	Yes
S/PDIF out port	Yes

Network

LAN controller

Realtek RTL8111C

Features

Audio chip	Realtek ALC889A
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	ATX
Power source type	ATX
Compatible operating systems	Microsoft/ Windows/ Vista/XP

Expansion slots

PCI Express x1 slots	3
PCI Express x8 slots	1
PCI Express x16 slots	1

Weight & dimensions

Width	305 mm
Depth	244 mm

Other features

Floppy disk drive connector

Yes

Description

Based on the new Intel P45 chipset, GA-EP45C-DS3 delivers a record setting 1600MHz Front Side Bus for the latest Intel® Core 2™ multi-core processors, including 45nm CPUs. In addition, the GA-EP45C-DS3 ultimate scalability with both DDR2 and DDR3 memory support for running next generation applications. GA-EP45C-DS3 is equipped to support ATI CrossFireX™ Technology with dual PCI Express 2.0 x8 interfaces, delivering double the PCI Express bandwidth of 5 Gbit/s for the ultimate in extreme gaming performance. GA-EP45C-DS3 also delivers several advanced GIGABYTE innovations including the DES Advanced, Ultra Durable 2 which provide optimized power savings, ultra cooling for extreme system performance. Smaller, Faster and More Efficient GA-EP45C-DS3 motherboards paired with Intel 45nm CPUs deliver the very best platform for multitasking, multimedia and high performance gaming. Not only do GIGABYTE's latest motherboards based on Intel Eaglelake chipsets all support Intel's new generation, 45nm multi-core processors. Supports both Dual Channel DDR2 and DDR3 Experience the advanced memory combination technology, featuring ultimate scalability with both DDR2 and DDR3 memory support for running next generation applications with lower power consumption, which delivers superior performance for the most demanding applications. PCI-E 2.0 Graphic Interface PCI-E 2.0 doubles the bus standard's bandwidth from 2.5 Gbit/s to 5 Gbit/s, meaning a x32 connector can transfer data at up to 16 GB/s in each direction. PCIe 2.0 also features improvements to the point-to-point data transfer protocol and its software architecture. ATI CrossFireX With support for ATI CrossFireX, GIGABYTE pushes the envelope once again by delivering highly optimized performance and flexibility demanded by power users and extreme gaming enthusiasts. Designed to provide unmatched multi-GPU support with dual PCI Express connectivity, the GA-EP45C-DS3 allows users to take advantage of the ultra smooth 3D rendering, blazing-fast frame rates and enhanced visual quality possible with a dual graphics card solution.

Condition: Refurbished